Recipezaar: Moroccan,Side Dishes recipes

Moroccan Oven Roasted Sesame Potatoes

Sun, 04 Apr 2004 20:00:16 -0400

I decided to to make this with some potatoes I needed to cook, as well as some harissa I had and a huge bag of sesame seeds that begged using. It's quite enjoyable with just a little spiciness. Goes great plain, with more harissa, ketchup, or a little yogurt dip. -- posted by Sue L

Grilled Moroccan Vegetable Skewers

Thu, 24 Jun 2004 19:58:34 -0400

It's getting ot be that time of the summer when you may need some new ideas for what to do with those summer veggies in your garden. Here's an idea for your grill that is sure to please. Cuisine at Home suggests you serve this dish with couscous. Prep time includes time to soak the wooden skewers. -- posted by Bev

Fez Carrots

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 20:00:17 -0400

Carrots rich and sweet, a Moroccan side dish that goes well with middle eastern-style dishes. Very quick to make. If you don't like the idea of combining raisins with carrots, leave them out--it will still taste good. To feed more people, just add a carrot per person. I also like to make this for holiday meals sometimes, because they seem a little "special." -- posted by echo echo

Moroccan Beet Salad

Wed, 15 Sep 2004 19:59:51 -0400

very simple to make, and a lovely side dish. -- posted by chia

Aromatic Basmati Pilaf

Fri, 08 Oct 2004 19:59:21 -0400

This pilaf perfumes the whole house as it cooks! You will surely get ooohs and aaahs from this dish. I'm not sure of it's orgins since all of the ingredients could either be Morrocan or Persian. The garnish of pistachio nuts say Persian but the nuts could just as easy be pine nuts or almonds. Lamb fixed with mint would be great or a fragrant chicken dish to go along with this side. -- posted by ameatlanta

Super Quick Moroccan Chicken Couscous

Sat, 19 Feb 2005 19:58:09 -0500

I use a BBQ chicken for this to make a super quick salad/dinner! -- posted by Jewelies

Moroccan Sweet Potato Stew

Fri, 15 Apr 2005 13:22:05 -0400

this is a great vegetarian side dish. -- posted by chia

Hajar's Wicked Sauce Tomatish!

Sat, 23 Jul 2005 11:17:27 -0400

THE ubiquitous sauce of Morocco! Whether a version such as this one or simply thinned down tomato concentrate/paste it is everywhere. Made at home 2-5 times a week and more like 3-6 times at my home! We adore this sauce which is actually meant for dipping your bread into and then scooping up a piece of meat or veg. from the communal platter. It is also served with homemade french fries,poured into hot sandwiches and mixed into spaghetti/macaroni,rice. c.2005 -- posted by Miss Elizabeth

Carrot and Harissa Puree

Wed, 24 Aug 2005 19:04:08 -0400

From "Made in Morocco" - this is so great, you can serve it cold as a dip or (as I prefer) hot as a veggie side dish. Easy and very delicious! -- posted by currybunny

Orange and Olive Salad

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:04:16 -0400

Here is another Moroccan salad dish from The World of Spice. Serve this with other salads Ive posted (such as Lemon Salad, Spicy Carrot Salad and Grilled Green Pepper & Tomato Salad) for an authentic set of appetisers. Recipe posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. -- posted by Mrs B

Spicy Carrot Salad

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:04:38 -0400

Here is another Moroccan salad dish from The World of Spice. Serve this with other salads Ive posted (such as Lemon Salad, Orange and Olive Salad and Grilled Green Pepper and Tomato Salad) for an authentic set of appetisers. Recipe posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. -- posted by Mrs B

Grilled Green Pepper and Tomato Salad

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:04:47 -0400

Here is another Moroccan salad dish from The World of Spice. Serve this with other salads Ive posted (such as Lemon Salad, Orange and Olive Salad and Spicy Carrot Salad) for an authentic set of appetisers. Recipe posted for Zaar World Tour 2005. -- posted by Mrs B

Fried Chickpeas

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:29:32 -0400

. -- posted by Mimi Bobeck

Middle Eastern Pilaff

Tue, 20 Sep 2005 10:29:56 -0400

A vegetarian pilaff made with bulgar wheat - or if you prefer rice - which makes a great accompaniment for kebabs or any BBQd or grilled meat or fish. This recipe is one I found on an International Masters '1001 recipes for pan or wok' recipe card, and have posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Moroccan Greens

Thu, 22 Sep 2005 16:05:00 -0400

A vegetable dish which can be served as one of several dishes in a vegetarian Moroccan banquet or as a side dish to a meat dish, in which case it would serve many more than 6 people. This recipe for Moroccan Greens has been adapted and posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour from a recipe which I found on Huey's website. Huey (Iain Hewitson) is an Australian chef who has written several recipe books and hosts a popular TV cooking show twice daily on weekdays. He also runs Tolarno's restaurant in Melbourne. Whenever vegetable stock is an ingredient in a recipe, as it is in this recipe, I use my Vegetable Stock Recipe #135453 because it is heaps more flavoursome than any other vegetable stock I had previously come across. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Rice With Tomatoes, Avocado & Black Olive

Wed, 28 Sep 2005 18:19:05 -0400

Serve this pretty mixture of white rice studded with vibrant green, pale green, black and red either hot or cold. It goes very well with seafood. From "The Moroccan Collection: Traditional Flavors from Northern Africa" by Hilaire Walden. -- posted by Chef Kate

Lentil and Spinach Salad With Onion, Cumin and Garlic

Fri, 30 Sep 2005 12:59:22 -0400

A wonderfully earthy salad that is great for a picnic or with BBQd meats, that improves with standing and that is better served at room temperature rather than chilled. I am posting this Middle Eastern-style salad for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. I found it in English chef Brian Glover's fabulous book 'The Onion Cookbook': a real culinary haven for lovers of onions, garlic, leeks, spring onions, shallots and chives. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Batata Slata -- Moroccan Potato Salad

Mon, 03 Oct 2005 16:08:29 -0400

This dish takes a slightly different turn depending upon the cook. Some, like me prefer more lemon or vinegar. Some only use vinegar or lemon due to finances and can't interchange though most of us do exchange them equally. In any case it is a wonderful potato salad that is a bit different than usual. In summer I use the tomato and out of summer I do not. Basically if I feel like adding the tomato I do and if I don't, then I don't. This is easy to make as most ingredients are already home and we often serve this with our fall and winter soups and crusty baguette. c.2005 -- posted by Miss Elizabeth

Lemony Carrot Dip

Tue, 04 Oct 2005 12:20:16 -0400

Only three main ingredients! Recipes really can't get much simpler! And there are times when such recipes come in handy! I haven't made this one yet. I found it in the October 2005 issue of the Australian magazine 'Delicious' and I have adapted it for posting for the 2005 Zaar World Tour, as both an Australian (and in view of its combining of lemon juice and cumin) and as a Middle Eastern recipe. My recommendation would be to make this recipe when sweet baby carrots are available. Depending on the size and juiciness of your carrots, you may need to use slightly more or slightly less lemon juice: use your culinary discretion! If the carrots are really juicy, mop up some of the juiciness with paper towels so that you can still add a generous amount of lemon juice. Again, use your culinary discretion! Preparation and cooking times will vary, depending on the choices you make with ingredients and the way you choose to cook the carrots. My estimated preparation and cooking times are based on the option of using baby carrots and boiling them in salt water: the fastest of the alternatives. Personally, if time permits, I'd recommend baking the carrots, brushed with a little olive oil, in the oven. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Spiced Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 13:54:06 -0400

A Middle-Eastern-influenced Greek salad which is great served with warm pita bread or crusty rolls as a starter or as one of several mezze dishes, or to accompany grilled meats or pilaf. I have adapted this recipe from one I found in 'The Taste of Greece' and I am posting it for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. When I've made this, I just haven't noted how long it takes to grill the eggplant, so the 10 minutes below is a guesstimate. I have not included the chilling time required in the calculations for preparation and cooking times. This is very much a prepare-ahead salad. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Moroccan Street Potato Cakes

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 20:09:30 -0500

These are very inexpensive and generally sold as street food to be eaten on the street as an egg and potato sandwich stuffed into flatbread with a thin sauce tomatish or purchased and brought home. I have spoken to a couple of my favorite vendors and have come up with this authentic recipe. I adore the egg and potato sandwiches and also love these cakes simply dipped into sauce tomatish and eaten as is. This is poor man's food and sells for 5-10DH ($.70) a sandwich depending on how many eggs and potatoes you want in your sandwich. One of my favorites comes from a man with a table, frying pan, 5 litre jug of oil, a single gas burner, flats of eggs, stacks of bread and rows of potato cakes with bottles of sauce tomatish which his wife makes for him at home each morning to sell. Many of these vendors appear only late at night when all other places to eat have closed. Don't be tempted to use eggs to bind these or they will cease to be Moroccan potato cakes. Easy and yummy comfort food! These are also often eaten at room temperature and/or a bit cold though not from the fridge cold. c.2005 -- posted by Miss Elizabeth

Sweet and Nutty Moroccan Couscous

Wed, 22 Feb 2006 15:35:31 -0500

This quick and easy couscous is full of flavor. I found the recipe on Allrecipes and adapted it to make it dairy-free and lower in fat. -- posted by Kree

Lentils With Spinach and Yoghurt

Mon, 06 Mar 2006 18:20:48 -0500

Delicious side dish to serve as part of an African / middle Eastern dinner. I use the canned italian brown lentils to make it simpler. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Moroccan Orange Salad According to Elle

Mon, 08 May 2006 19:48:54 -0400

Years ago I found this recipe in a Dutch ELLE. Since then I have been making this salad when we have guests. The feedback is always the same. At first everyone goes "Oh my, this is really spicy!!" But even people who normally are not into spicy food, go for seconds! I hope this recipe will be such a success for you, as it has been for me. Kind regards, Martina -- posted by Martina 406

Moroccan Roasted Vegetables

Mon, 29 May 2006 19:39:43 -0400

Delicious spicy roasted veggies! The many spices are very visible in this dish. The chickpeas are a nice addition, and harden a bit after being roasted which is a nice addition to the overall texture of this dish. -- posted by LUv 2 BaKE

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Sun, 11 Jun 2006 20:57:27 -0400

Great side dish for lamb or other meats. -- posted by *Parsley*

Cheat's Easy Spiced Couscous With Fruit and Nuts - in a Jar!

Tue, 04 Jul 2006 18:57:31 -0400

A Brilliant and easy accompaniment to a Fragrant Tagine, Stew or Curry. It's a cheat's recipe as you can pre-mix all the dry ingredients together & store in a jar ready for use at the drop of a hat. Just add hot water or hot stock and voila, a wonderful fruity, spiced couscous! It can be used cold for picnic & buffet salads - cold cuts of meat, such as diced cooked chicken breast can be added too. Also a great veggie main course - just add chargrilled vegetables and mix through - serve with flatbreads, pitta bread & harissa dressing for an extra kick! -- posted by French Tart

Saffron Couscous

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 22:35:31 -0400

Earthy saffron is lifted by peppery green onions in this quick side dish. Serve with the halibut to soak up the tasty juices. Halibut recipe is posted also Recipe #183656. -- posted by LMillerRN

Beet Salads

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:40:23 -0400

Cooking time includes marinating time in this recipe. A Moroccan dish which works well with many mains and well as a salad. A tasty variation is to add 1 teaspoon orange flower water, 1/8 teaspoon cumin, a pinch of paprika, and a little water to the sauce. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Roz Bi Saffran

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 21:53:19 -0400

A Morrocan-inspired rice dish from the The Classic Mediterranean cookbook, with a few minor changes. This would probably taste good, too with basmati substituted for the regular white rice. Update: per the excellent suggestion of our dear Rita L, I subbed water for the broth in the original recipe. Thanks, Reets! cg -- posted by Cookgirl

Couscous With Almonds

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 21:17:00 -0500

I love this version of couscous, the Harissa gives it a great kick! I ususally use two tsp of Harissa but if you are not familiar with it use only one. -- posted by PinkCherryBlossom

Quick Cumin-Rich Tomatoes

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 11:55:24 -0500

This is a quick, even hastily prepared side dish. It goes well with Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and North African foods, and also amazingly well with curries. It's low cal, and fat-free. -- posted by Mme Melissa

Spicy Citrus Couscous

Sat, 13 Jan 2007 20:58:26 -0500

A flavorful sidedish for fish or chicken. Thai red curry paste can be quite "hot", so adjust amount according to tastes. -- posted by mikekey

Moroccan Eggplant (Aubergine) Salad

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 20:19:07 -0500

This was my first time boiling eggplant and it turned out very good! Boiling it with the garlic makes it extra special...we were eating it plain as it was cooling. I found this recipe to be very simple and tasty. We ate it with white rice. -- posted by Engrossed

Mediterranean Roasted Vegetable Couscous

Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:22:33 -0500

This is one of my favourite, quick and healthy evening meals. I chop all the vegetables up and pop them in the oven; the rest takes 5 minutes to pull together. I normally grill some lemony chicken to go with it, but its delicious on its own. -- posted by Clare 'E-Foodie' Jones

Stir Fried Carrots With Mango and Ginger

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 11:22:49 -0500

Excellent side dish for grilled meat or couscous or on its own with yoghurt and a green salad, mango must be ripe and sweet or you will need to add honey to the dish to balance the flavours. From Modern Moroccan by Ghillie Basan -- posted by lindseylcw

Grilled Aubergine (Eggplant) in Honey and Spices

Sun, 18 Feb 2007 14:06:50 -0500

Hot, spicy, sweet and fruity this delicious Moroccan dish is from Modern Moroccan by Ghillie Basan -- posted by lindseylcw

Roasted Red Peppers With Feta, Capers and Preserved Lemons

Sun, 18 Feb 2007 14:07:55 -0500

Delicious with grills or as part of a mezze this is from Modern Moroccan by Ghillie Basan -- posted by lindseylcw

Spiced Pumpkin Wedges

Sun, 18 Feb 2007 14:12:20 -0500

Warm spices delicious with tender roasted pumpkin, great side dish. From Modern Moroccan by Ghillie Basan -- posted by lindseylcw

Moroccan Broad (Fava) Bean Salad

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 22:59:32 -0500

The addition of preserved lemon gives this salad a distictive taste from Modern Moroccan by Ghillie Basan -- posted by lindseylcw

Couscous Stuffed Bell Peppers for the Barbecue (Vegetarian)

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:08:22 -0500

I made these to take to a barbecue last week, to satisfy the herbivores among us. They turned out really well - Enjoy! -- posted by RalMiska

Couscous for People Who Hate Couscous

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:09:45 -0500

My dad used to absolutely hate couscous - Until I made it for him. Highly recommended for broadening the horizons of picky eaters - Also makes a great stuffing if you add cheese. -- posted by RalMiska

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 14:49:25 -0400

This is adapted from Claudia Roden's "The New Book of Middle Eastern Food". I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor combos. It tastes like a very fresh carrot cake without all the work...and it's healthy! -- posted by Engrossed

Mediterranean Couscous by Dr Andrew Weil

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 16:57:08 -0400

from his website -- posted by Sarah Chana

Chickpea Salad With Cumin Vinaigrette

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 22:12:05 -0400

No such thing as too many chickpea salads! This was an especially good version I thought, altered a bit with my own and my BF's taste in mind. Extremely easy and no cooking involved, particularly good for lunch at the office or a weekend picnic since it's best at room temperature. If you'd like to make this for a no-cook summer dinner, it's a main meal for two (with a side of green vegetables) or a side dish for four. A Sara Foster recipe from the 4/2007 version of Cottage Living. -- posted by Kumquat the Cat's friend

Spicy Couscous

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 20:09:17 -0400

Great with lamb and very easy! -- posted by English_Rose

Moroccan Sesame Potatoes

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:54:18 -0400

Harissa, a spicy sauce popular in northern Africa, gives these potatoes a bit of a punch. I found Harissa with the ethnic items at Whole Foods, but you can also get it at African specialty markets or make your own with Recipe #10251. -- posted by Mims & Squims

Moroccan Salad

Wed, 02 May 2007 15:20:12 -0400

The combination of flavours evokes Moroccan cuisine.Wonderful combination! -- posted by Sage

Moroccan Olive Flatbread

Tue, 22 May 2007 22:52:19 -0400

Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh -- posted by Vicki in CT

L'ham Lahlou - Algerian / North African Sweet Lamb Dish.

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:56:57 -0400

This dish is traditionally cooked in Algeria for eating during Ramadan and on special ocassions. It is hardly ever eaten as a main course, but as a small dish after the main. This recipe freezes well. In my family, it's only my husband that eats it so I freeze individual portions for him. I tend to play around with the recipe and change the fruit around and add a little extra liquid. This is just one of hundreds of variations of this recipe, I will post a few alternatives later. -- posted by Um Safia

Zaalouk (Spicy Aubergine Salad) - Morocco

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 14:18:44 -0400

Called ajlouk in Tunisia. Make this a little in advance, so the flavors blend well. If you can't find harissa, add 1 tsp paprika and a good pinch of cayenne. -- posted by Mme Melissa

Moroccan Vegetable Couscous With Lamb Shanks

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 21:08:44 -0400

Moroccan fez style couscous made with seven vegetables. Delicious and filling. This can be a meal in itself! This is also delicious with chicken! -- posted by Alskann

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Sun, 10 Jun 2007 21:16:56 -0400

Fragrant with aromatic spices, this colourful carrot salad makes an appetizing, easily prepared starter or side dish. -- posted by English_Rose

Moroccan Style Quinoa

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 22:03:09 -0400

A Middle Eastern themed dish. Can accompany lamb, fish or chicken- basically anywhere as a substitute for cous cous. Quinoa is gluten free. Serves 4 as a side dish. -- posted by **Jubes**

Roasted Carrots -Memories of Morocco (Ww Core)

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 14:12:56 -0400

Roasted carrots are a favorite snack or side dish that I enjoy several times a week. This particular rendition came about after thinking about the wonderful Moroccan carrot salads posted on the site. Not only are these delicious, they are -- posted by justcallmetoni

Moroccan Beet Salad

Sun, 15 Jul 2007 16:25:03 -0400

Another recipe from the kitchen of Momma Simo. This is my best guess from watching her make it. I have since tried this at home with measuring and this is pretty darn close. There is one optional ingredient which while not terribly authentic works really well in this dish. -- posted by justcallmetoni

Pumpkin and Split Pea Tagine

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 15:17:31 -0400

A beautiful North African Tagine. Easy to make. If you have some ras el hanout, use it in place of the spices listed... -- posted by Um Safia

Moroccan Lamb Kebabs

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:37:57 -0400

These lamb kebabs taste amazing, a wonderful mix flavours which improve with each hour of marinating. I prefer using the BBQ to the grill. Preparation time includes marinating. Enjoy! -- posted by Chef #515392

Casablanca Carrots

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 18:06:41 -0400

This is from 365 Ways to Cook Vegetarian. Wouldnt it be fun to do a theme night and rent Casablanca, make Moroccan Chicken, rice pilaf and these carrots? -- posted by dicentra

Moroccan Couscous With Raisins

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:45:35 -0400

nice simple side dish -- posted by little_wing

Moroccan Eggplant With Garbanzo Beans

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 22:52:30 -0400

This vegetarian dish is full of flavor, substantial, and makes a complete nutritious meal high in protein. The blended spices of garam masala make this dish rich tasting without being high in fat, and can be easily found in the spice section of your favorite market. From The World's Healthiest Foods website. -- posted by wirkwoman1

Pashtida

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:30:59 -0400

My friend Rachel was visiting from Israel last week and made a delicious pashtida for us. Unfortunately, she left before I could get her recipe, though I will try to track it down. While looking for other pashtida recipes on the net, I chanced upon this one by Joan Nathan. Haven't tried it yet, but with these ingredients, how can it be bad? Let me know what you think. -- posted by Sarah Chana

Pashtida With a Crust

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:57:20 -0400

Searching for pashtida recipes online I found this, originally from Classic Kosher Cooking by Sara Finkel. Cooking time includes the boiling of the potatoes. -- posted by Sarah Chana

Moroccan Carrots

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 02:58:06 -0500

This is a Joyce Goldstein recipe that I came across via a Nutrition Action Newsletter. It is very good - and healthy!! -- posted by acerast

Nutmeg-Zucchini Salad

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 22:05:02 -0500

From "The Ethnic Paris Cookbook" by Charlotte Puckette and Olivia Kiang-Snaije. -- posted by Chef Kate

Artichokes and Preserved Lemons With Honey and Spices

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 01:42:19 -0500

This is a Moroccan dish, good served hot or cold, from Claudia Roden's New Book of Middle Eastern Food. She recommends frozen artichoke bottoms. This tastes quite strongly of preserved lemons, so consider yourself warned if you're not a lemon fan. -- posted by Sass Smith

Spicy Vegetable Couscous

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 02:25:01 -0500

This is based on a recipe from Glamour's Gourmet On the Run cookbook, by Jane Kirby. I love this dish served with whole-wheat pita bread and Moroccan mint tea (you'll find several recipes for this tea on 'Zaar). -- posted by mersaydees

Couscous Pilaf

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 21:00:37 -0500

I usually make this recipe to go with my Mediterranean Chicken Thighs. I found both recipes in my local newspaper and they've been a family favorite for several years. I hope you enjoy both as much as we do. -- posted by LI-Ray

Moroccan Vegetables

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 01:10:45 -0400

From Wine Bar Food -- posted by philip dreger

Moroccan Peas & Eggs

Wed, 28 May 2008 18:55:00 -0400

This dish may sound weird but my husband loves it. He makes it for a quick & easy snack. -- posted by Nasseh

Moroccan-Spiced Roasted Vegetables

Thu, 29 May 2008 01:10:32 -0400

I love that this recipe uses butternut squash and sweet potatoes. They are so good roasted. -- posted by Samantha in Ut

Matesha Bi Al Bayed (Tomato With Eggs)

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:05:52 -0400

My husband makes this when he is in the mood for a quick lunch. Anything that cooks in under an hour is consider quick by Moroccan standards. :P Serve with Recipe #260654 to scoop up the tomato mixture. -- posted by Nasseh

Spicy Chickpea Tagine

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:03:00 -0400

This is a simple & fast tagine for Vegetarians. The chickpeas offer a good source of protein. Serve with Recipe #260654 -- posted by Nasseh

Moroccan Carrot Salad With Orange Blossom Water Vegan

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:33:39 -0400

The orange blossom water gives this salad a delightfully unusual scent and taste. I really loved it and I'll definitely be making this again. (You can purchase orange blossom water at your local Indian or Middle Eastern grocer.) -- posted by bliss336

Hummus (Or Humus) - Authentic

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:36:28 -0400

This is the BEST hummus / humus recipe I've ever made. It tastes just like the hummus that is served at Middle Eastern restaurants and has had all my friends raving. I've tried lots of hummus recipes in my quest for the best and I believe this is the one. It was given to my by a work colleague who said she's always inundated for the recipe after people have tried it. One important note - don't substitute canned for dried chickpeas- it won't work! I did this the first time I made it and it was too salty. It's a little bit of extra effort/preparation - but using dried chickpeas guarantees the right combination of flavours. The amounts below make large serving of the dip - you can easily halve or quarter the amounts and still get a delicious result. -- posted by amanda l b

Warm Chickpea Salad With Ginger

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 23:57:45 -0400

This Moroccan salad is often served warm with grilled fish. -- posted by Nasseh

Vegetable Couscous Pilaf

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:17:41 -0400

This Moroccan-style pilaf is loaded with vegetables and gets its complex flavors from cumin, almonds, caraway, and the multihued melange that comes from the tricolored couscous. We are always looking for something to take the place of rice and this seemed like a perfect candidate. This pilaf looks pretty too, with vibrant earth tones of a spice bazaar. Loosley based on F&W's - recipe by Grace Parisi, One Pot, Great Meal form the March 2008 edition. -- posted by Manami

Moroccan Pilaf

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 22:21:55 -0400

Based on a recipe from Sheila Lukins cookbook, The New Basics. She says of this recipe, "The North African flavorings will make this pilaf the star of a meal." -- posted by mersaydees

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:23:38 -0400

Another North African recipe gleaned from the internet. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Moroccan Polenta

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:05:08 -0500

A Simple Yet Inspired Creation of mine to go with almost any Tagine. I Was making a Tagine from a cook book, and they paired it with plain polenta. I thought I might give it a little kick to add some Character to the Dish. Using A Double Boiler eases the making of Polenta -- posted by NH Jon

Carrots With Paprika and Capers

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:44:59 -0500

Cooking Light, JUNE 2004. Moroccan salad. -- posted by dicentra

Moroccan-Spiced Parsnips

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:23:41 -0500

This is a simple seasonal dish that takes 5 minutes to throw together and tastes delicious. It's from the cooking show, "Fresh with Anna Olson". Dish can be baked in advance and re-heated in the oven to serve. -- posted by blucoat

Mint Couscous With Raisins and Almonds

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 19:46:03 -0500

This is a recipe for those who enjoy Morrocan inspired dishes and/or those who favor mint. It's lovely along with chicken or shrimp. -- posted by Annacia

Red Pepper, Lemon and Mint Couscous

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 10:07:37 -0500

This was included as part of a salmon recipe on www.channel4.com. Much as I love salmon, I didn't care for this particular recipe. However, I did love the couscous! This is very good served with chicken. To save preparation time, use the roasted red peppers that come in a jar. -- posted by Irmgard

Moroccan Beet Salad

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:07:46 -0500

Here's another way to serve beets other than the pickled or Harvard beets I usually eat. -- posted by Ice Cool Kitty

Moroccan Dressing

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:48:56 -0500

Perfect with a couscous based salad. -- posted by English_Rose

Sumac-Spiced Potato Wedges

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:10:01 -0500

A recipe I have adapted quite substantially to suit my taste preferences from one I found in the Australian Women's Weekly's 'cafe food'. The original recipe had chilli powder - which I never include, having zero tolerance of anything hot and spicy - but I've included it below as an optional ingredient as I'm aware that many people just love it. I've also added cumin, garlic, lemon zest and the option of adding salt and freshly ground black pepper. Don't include lemon zest if you don't like lemons or any of the optional ingredients if you don't like them! The original recipe suggested serving these wedges with tomato relish. When I've made them, we've enjoyed them with either deli tzatziki, KITTENCAL's Recipe #157176 or Ravenseyes Recipe #306901. The original recipe specified cooking these wedges in a very hot oven for 40 minutes; I've found that these wedges were done in a hot (NOT a very hot) oven after 40 minutes. Cooking times will vary, of course, depending on the size you cut your wedges. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Claudia Roden's Basic Couscous

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:34:03 -0400

This is an extremely simple way to prepare couscous so that it is moist, tender, slightly chewy, and in individual grains rather than clumps. It is from the cookbook, "Arabesque: A Taste of Morocco, Turkey, and Lebanon", by Claudia Roden. -- posted by blucoat

Moroccan Okra Salad

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 02:13:11 -0400

Found ths recipe & am stashing for when my garden begins its production of okra, maters & coriander in earnest around the end of June. Mmmm, ain't nothing better than a homegrown tomater...or okra...LOL. -- posted by Buster's friend

Moroccan Eggplant

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:45:32 -0400

From Cuisine NZ Magazine. -- posted by Wendys Kitchen

Moroccan Inspired Baked Potato Slices

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:01:38 -0400

I enjoy coming up with different types of oven fries to satisfy my craving for fries while still staying within the ranges of my low fat diet. This is my most recent creation. My husband went 'mmmm' when he tasted the first one. So, i am thinking it is worth posting and sharing :) -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Fassuliah K'dra -- Cannellini Beans With Saffron (Morocco)

Thu, 21 May 2009 10:19:33 -0400

This recipe was found in the 2002 cookbook, Mediterranean Street Food. Preparation time does not include the time for the beans to soak. -- posted by Sydney Mike

Moroccan Cauliflower With Spices

Wed, 27 May 2009 22:37:47 -0400

An excellent side dish. For variation, the caulflower florets can be steamed and then added to the other ingredients, except the flour and water, and be served as a salad. Taste and add more oil of necessary. -- posted by Baz

Moroccan Spiced Roast Potatoes

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 19:52:29 -0400

These potatoes are my favourite kind- crispy, flavourful and delicious! The spice paste here is my Moroccan spice paste with added olive oil but I've copied it out here in full to make the recipe easier to use. Cooking time includes time for the spices to blend. Thanks to a review, here is a suggestion if using a convection oven- cook for 40 minutes total, the first 15 mins at 350F and thereafter turn it up to 400F. -- posted by Shuzbud

Grilled Yams and Yukon Gold Potatoes With Harissa

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:17:33 -0400

The vinaigrette and harissa may be made ahead, or make while the potatoes roast in the oven. This will make maore harissa than the recipe calls for. Use the leftovers on grilled fish, chicken, meats, veggies, or on sandwiches. -- posted by Brookelynne26

Chermoula Roasted Tomatoes

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:36:04 -0400

I am posting this recipe here for safe keeping. -- posted by Nasseh

Sauteed Onion, Green Pepper, & Tomato Salad

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:11:35 -0400

This Moroccan salad can be served warm or cold. -- posted by Nasseh

Algerian Chicken & Preserved Lemon Bourek

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:23:38 -0400

The fillings for bourek really are endless, I love the traditional ground lamb & parsley, the prawn & bechemel, potato & cheese........the list goes on. Here I combined ground chicken with fresh coriander & a little preserved lemon for a delicious fried snack. You can freeze these bourek easily & when you come to cook them, allow to 1/2 thaw before deep frying. You can also shallow fry them in a frying pan about 1" deep in sunflower or vegetable oil. Bourek are wonderful whenever, but really they are a Ramadan essential in any Algerian household. (If you are new to making bourek & rolls, here is a step by step -in photos- demo for you: http://radiancerecipes.com/chinese-springrolls/) -- posted by Um Safia

Cinnamon Scented Couscous

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:35:36 -0400

A slightly sweet side dish. -- posted by Abiner Smoothie

Zucchini Carrot Pancakes

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:01:11 -0500

Cheerful specks of orange and green make these light pancakes otherworldly and beautiful! A good way to get the kids to eat veggies! Adapted from Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123